Algeria HubWhat is Algeria's position in the 2026 World Cup?
The Algeria national football team beat Jordan 2-1 in the second round of Group 6 matches in the 2026 World Cup.
The Algeria national football team occupies third place in their group with 3 points from one win and one loss, lagging behind their Austrian counterparts in terms of goal difference.
Ranking of the best third-placed teams in the 2026 World Cup
The Algeria national football team ranks third in the ranking of the best third-placed teams, behind Sweden and Scotland, who surpass it in terms of goals scored and conceded.
| Rank | Team | Points | Goal Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sweden | 3 | 2 |
| 2 | Scotland | 3 | 1 |
| 3 | Algeria | 3 | 0 |
Scenarios for Algeria's qualification for the second round
The Algeria national football team will conclude its group stage campaign next Sunday with a crucial match against Austria in the race for a spot in the round of 32.
If they beat their European opponents, they will finish the first round in second place behind leaders Argentina.
| Match | Date | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Algeria vs Jordan | 2026-06-03 | 2-1 |
| Algeria vs Austria | 2026-06-28 | - |
